Chris Shanklin tosses tire from the back of his truck as he helps unload his haul during the opening day of the city of Memphis' Tire Redemption program in February.

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Chris Woodyard
USA TODAY

Run-flat tires, touted as an easy way for automakers to boost gas mileage in their new models, are facing a backlash.

A new survey finds that drivers report that run-flats wear out sooner than conventional tires, and can't be fixed if they are punctured, a new study finds.

Motorists reported having to replace run-flat tires at a far higher rate than for conventional tires, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2013 U.S. Original Equipment Tire Customer Satisfaction Study.
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